Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 29, 2020 at 6:01 PM

planting season

  Hey there, I’ve been out working on the farm all day. The weather finally decided to cooperate so Sharla and I are more than halfway done with planting. I hope you and your family are staying safe and healthy. When I’m not out in the field, I’ve been talking with Montanans on the ph…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 28, 2020 at 9:02 PM

completely honest

  I have to be completely honest, folks — We are going to miss our April fundraising goal. Now look, I’m not too worried and it’s completely understandable that our fundraising has taken a dip amid this new reality. But April is already a notoriously difficult month for fundraising an…

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

April 28, 2020 at 12:35 AM

Don’t believe us?

  Team — Every day, the Democrats’ chances to take back the Senate get stronger and stronger. Don’t believe us? Have a look: “Republicans Senate majority is now in very real jeopardy” — CNN “Republicans should worry about the Senate” — The Washington Post “Democrats’ Momentum puts Sen…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 26, 2020 at 6:51 PM

an important update on Steve Bullock’s campaign for Montana Senate

  Did you see what the Washington Post had to say about Montana’s Senate race, folks? They questioned whether a Democrat could win in a state that “could vote for Trump by as many as 20 points?” Well, I just have one thing to say about that — we did. Back in 2018, this incredible gras…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 24, 2020 at 4:31 PM

Save the United States Postal Service

  Folks, The United States Postal Service is absolutely essential for a functioning society, especially during a global pandemic. But as it stands right now, the USPS is being hammered by the coronavirus and is at risk of running out of money. Sign my petition to demand emergency fund…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 22, 2020 at 5:01 PM

You don’t need ten fingers to know right from wrong

  Folks, I wanted to take a break from all the chaos happening in Washington right now and tell you a little story: I grew up on my family’s farm and it’s still home today. That explains a lot about me. When I was a kid, I lost three fingers on my left hand while working in our family…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 20, 2020 at 9:06 PM

Montana’s two Democratic Senators

  Folks, Here’s some good news: My good friend, Montana Governor Steve Bullock can flip Montana’s second Senate seat -- the proof is in the numbers. Steve is currently neck and neck with his Republican opponent and he outraised him by $2 million last quarter. That proves we have what …

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  Sharla Tester · [email protected]

April 17, 2020 at 7:05 PM

Thank you!

  Hi there, folks! This is Sharla, Jon’s wife. Our family has been staying home, social distancing, and keeping busy preparing for planting season once the snow stops falling. It has been good having him home and I’ve gotten to see a lot of the work that he usually does in Washington.…

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  JonTester.com · [email protected]

April 16, 2020 at 10:01 PM

just $1

  Folks -- We’re so close to reaching our mid-month fundraising goal by midnight, we need just a few more donations to help put us over the edge. That’s why we’re asking every person reading this email to chip in just $1 to help us reach our goal before midnight. So, how about it? Cli…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 16, 2020 at 4:32 PM

I’ve never lost touch with my roots

  I’m not like most politicians in Washington, folks. After finishing college, I taught music at a local elementary school before taking over the family farm with my wife. Eventually, I got sick and tired of our government not sticking up for folks living in rural Montana. I thought i…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 15, 2020 at 10:22 PM

16 hours on the farm

  Hey folks -- I’m back in Big Sandy, practicing social distancing and getting the farm ready for planting season. There’s work to be done -- getting seed cleaned and servicing equipment so it’s ready to go when the weather cooperates. My team knows they’re about to lose me for 16 or …

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

April 15, 2020 at 5:03 PM

we’re proud of this decision

  Folks, First and foremost, we hope you and your family are staying safe and healthy during this difficult public health crisis. The coronavirus has changed how many of us work, and our operation is no different. We’ve canceled all in-person events, including our fundraising. It was …

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

April 14, 2020 at 7:47 PM

Montana’s two Democratic Senators

  Team, The National Republican Senatorial Committee just announced new spending on ads in several battleground states -- including Montana. Click here to donate $10 or more right now to help us reach our mid-month fundraising goal by Thursday and give Jon the resources he needs to he…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 13, 2020 at 9:57 PM

12 million children don’t have access to the internet

  Folks, As the coronavirus continues to affect every aspect of our daily lives, we cannot forget about rural Montana. This fight is personal for me. You see, the coronavirus uniquely affects rural communities, because we lack internet access, grocery stores, health care facilities, a…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 10, 2020 at 7:15 PM

Can you take my quick survey to let me know what’s on your mind?

  Hi folks, I know how scary and unprecedented this time is for so many folks across the country, so I wanted to take a break and check in with you. Sharla and I have been back in Big Sandy for a while now, practicing social distancing, and getting the farm ready for the Spring season…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 9, 2020 at 6:29 PM

HUGE news (Amy McGrath)

  This is huge, folks -- Democratic challenger Amy McGrath outraised Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell by more than $5 million in the Kentucky Senate race. Now’s our chance to take the gavel out of McConnell’s hand and send him home for good. Amy is a retired Marine fighter pilot…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 7, 2020 at 9:02 PM

Demand the Trump Administration deliver on a COVID-19 response

  Folks, I understand how scary and unprecedented this time is for so many folks across the country. With headlines coming in a mile a minute, it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed. Trust me, I get it. I want you to know that no matter what, I’m fighting as hard as I can to make sure you …

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

April 6, 2020 at 6:43 PM

an update on the work Jon is doing to help combat the coronavirus

  Folks, We hope you and your family are staying safe during this unprecedented and difficult moment. These are not normal times and it would be wrong to pretend that they are. We wanted to update you on what Jon is doing in the Senate to make sure Americans receive the support they d…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 4, 2020 at 5:11 PM

I’m outraged

  This is outrageous, folks -- As we come together to fight against the coronavirus, workers are losing their jobs and health care, families are struggling to make ends meet, and we are all concerned about the health of our friends and family. Despite all of this, several GOP state at…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

April 2, 2020 at 5:31 PM

keeping you updated

  Folks First and foremost, I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe during this difficult time. I am spending my days on the phone with Montanans ensuring they have the resources they need to weather the storm we’re going through right now. I know how uncertain things are and …

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 31, 2020 at 10:32 PM

only a few hours left

  Folks, I’m reaching out one final time to see if you can add a donation of any amount before our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline expires at midnight. This is our very first FEC filing deadline of this all-important election year. If we fall short now, we’ll be off track for the …

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

March 31, 2020 at 5:39 PM

that’s a lot of cash!

  McConnell-aligned super PAC books $67M for fall Senate ads — Politico That’s a lot of cash, folks! Donate $10 (or anything you can afford) to help Jon fight back against the GOP, elect Democrats in tough races, and take back the Senate majority this November >>   Dona…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 30, 2020 at 10:01 PM

before tomorrow

  I’m not like most politicians in Washington, folks. I don’t care much for partisan bickering and I definitely didn’t do this for the lifestyle. I first ran for office because I didn’t see anyone in our government sticking up for folks living in rural Montana. I thought it was time w…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 30, 2020 at 6:31 PM

these are unprecedented times

  Folks, I know how difficult this time is and I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe during this unprecedented public health crisis. Just like you, we’re taking this day by day. And just as this virus has undoubtedly affected you and your family, it has also affected the wor…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 29, 2020 at 6:07 PM

I need you to know this

  Before I get into it, folks, I want you to know something: I know we ask for money a lot, but I never take your support for granted. I know how many families across the country are struggling just to make ends meet. I know how many people are afraid of losing health care, how many s…

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  Blue Montana · [email protected]

March 28, 2020 at 6:36 PM

can you spare $4?

  Folks -- we're asking you to chip in just $4 today. Here’s why: Four new polls show Democrats surging into the lead in four battleground states -- Maine, Arizona, Colorado, and North Carolina -- four seats we need to flip the Senate. Now’s our chance to flip these four seats as we w…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 27, 2020 at 9:06 PM

I’m calling on the Trump Administration to release hundreds of thousands of masks

  Folks, I was proud to vote alongside my colleagues to give Americans the critical relief they deserve during this public health crisis. While this was an important first step, there is a lot more work to be done. Montana's doctors and nurses cannot wait on government bureaucracy for…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 26, 2020 at 5:52 PM

taking a break

  Folks, I wanted to take a break from everything happening in Washington right now and tell you a little story: I grew up on my family’s farm and it’s still home today. That explains a lot about me. When I was a kid, I lost three fingers on my left hand while working in our family’s …

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 25, 2020 at 1:03 AM

we’re getting close

  Folks, Yesterday, Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans put forward an insufficient coronavirus stimulus package that I could not support. Their nearly $2 trillion partisan bill was nothing more than a corporate bailout for the largest organizations that ignored the needs of everyd…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 23, 2020 at 5:45 PM

Mitch McConnell’s failed bill

  Yesterday, I opposed Mitch McConnell’s insufficient coronavirus stimulus package. Let me tell you why, folks: This partisan bill is a nearly two trillion dollar bailout for the largest corporations that ignores the urgent needs of Montana workers, families, and small businesses who …

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

March 21, 2020 at 6:33 PM

Steve Bullock is neck-and-neck with his Republican opponent

  Check this out, folks! Montana Governor Steve Bullock is TIED with his Republican opponent: Steve Bullock (D): 47% Steve Daines (R): 47% Public Policy Polling We can win this Senate race -- the proof is in the numbers. Steve has what it takes to flip Montana’s SECOND Senate seat blu…

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

March 19, 2020 at 9:29 PM

How is the coronavirus affecting you and your family?

  Folks, As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, more and more families across the country find themselves struggling. Folks are concerned about what this means for their next paycheck. Seniors are worried about their health. Small business owners are trying to adapt to the…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 16, 2020 at 7:59 PM

Mitch McConnell stonewalling

  Hey there, The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has become a global pandemic, and I want you to know that I’m doing everything I can to keep our communities here in Montana and across the country safe. I’m fighting to make sure vulnerable Montanas have access to information about test kits, p…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 14, 2020 at 10:05 PM

my team is worried

  Hey there, folks -- I’m back in Montana all weekend, working on some old cars and straightening things up around the farm. I haven’t had a whole lot of time to worry about our fundraising while home, but my team just told me they’re really worried about hitting our big mid-month goa…

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

March 14, 2020 at 3:28 PM

just $4 for 4 seats

  Folks -- we're asking you to chip in just $4 today. Here’s why: Four new polls show Democrats surging into the lead in four battleground states -- Maine, Arizona, Colorado, and North Carolina -- the four seats we need to flip the Senate. These latest polls are the whole ballgame. No…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 13, 2020 at 4:23 PM

can I explain something real quick?

  Folks, I won’t BS ya -- I’m about to ask you for money. We’re coming up on our mid-month deadline and could use all the help we can get. But if you give me just a moment, I’ll explain why your support is so important right now. Every three months, candidates for federal office have …

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  Blue Montana · [email protected]

March 12, 2020 at 4:46 PM

First...then...now...so

  Team: FIRST: A major poll showed Democrats surging into the lead in four battleground Senate races -- the same number of seats we need to flip to take back the Senate this year. THEN: Montana Governor Steve Bullock hopped into the race and now Montana has the chance to elect TWO Dem…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 10, 2020 at 3:13 PM

re: Steve Bullock

  Folks, Yesterday, my good friend, Steve Bullock launched his campaign for Senate. I knew he would need this incredible grassroots team and hoo boy, did you deliver. Folks like you stepped up like never before to help Steve build a strong campaign on Day One of his launch. But the ba…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 9, 2020 at 1:37 PM

First, Montana. Then the whole damn Senate.

  I know a thing or two about winning as a Democrat in a state Trump won by 20 points, folks. That’s how I know my good friend, Steve Bullock, can do the same. Today, Steve just launched his Senate campaign to flip Montana’s second Senate seat blue in what is expected to be the most c…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 7, 2020 at 5:34 PM

$4 for 4 seats

  Folks -- I’m asking you to chip in just $4 today. Here’s why: Four new polls show Democrats surging into the lead in four battleground states -- Maine, Arizona, Colorado, and North Carolina -- the four seats we need to flip the Senate. These latest polls are the whole ballgame. Now’…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 4, 2020 at 7:32 PM

bones

  How’re you doing, folks? I’ve been out on the campaign trail all week talking with voters in Montana. It’s always nice to return home, see some familiar faces, and check in to see how things are holding up around here. Traveling around the state reminds me of how grateful I am for f…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 2, 2020 at 7:01 PM

Cal Cunningham

  Folks -- We know it. You know it. Trump knows it. Democrats only need to flip four seats to take back the Senate -- and our best chance to do that is with Cal Cunningham in North Carolina. That’s why Trump is on his way there right now to rally his right-wing base in support of Cal’…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

March 1, 2020 at 12:40 AM

loooooong week

  It’s been a long week, folks, so I’ll keep this short. Our critical end-of-month deadline ends tonight at midnight and we’re just a few hairs short of our goal. Can you afford to chip in a few bucks to help us out? Click here to make a donation. Thanks for everything, Jon Don…

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  Team Tester · [email protected]

February 29, 2020 at 5:35 PM

running out of time!

  Team: our end-of-month deadline ends tonight at midnight and we are SO close to reaching our goal, your donation just might put us over the top. Can we count on you to donate $10 (or more!) right now to help us get back on track for the month? We’re running out of time to reach this…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

February 28, 2020 at 10:26 PM

surprise!

  Hey there, My team just gave me an update on our monthly fundraising goal and they’re a bit worried about missing it. So, I told them I’d reach out to this incredible grassroots team before the day ends. If you’ve got any change to spare, can you chip in toward our end-of-month goal…

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  JonTester.com · [email protected]

February 28, 2020 at 5:03 PM

$8,417

  Team, Last we checked, we’re about $8,417 behind where we need to be for February. If we miss our end-of-month goal tomorrow, we’ll be off track for the first financial quarter in this all-important election year. This afternoon, we’ll be sending Jon an update on our fundraising num…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

February 27, 2020 at 4:03 PM

I’ve just about had it

  I don’t know about you, folks, but I'm fed up. I am sick and tired of special interests and corporate billionaires trying to buy influence in our government. I’ve had enough of the GOP’s tax cuts for the wealthy while everyday folks get left in the dust. And I’m fed up with the corr…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

February 26, 2020 at 3:41 PM

Kentucky!!

  Did you see the latest poll, folks? Democratic challenger, Amy McGrath is TIED with Republican Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell. You know what this means? Kentucky is winnable -- and we can send Mitch McConnell packing in 2020. Rush a split contribution now to help Amy meet h…

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  Blue Montana · [email protected]

February 25, 2020 at 6:17 PM

you won’t believe these numbers

  You won’t believe these numbers, folks -- In just one month, Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee raised over $60 million. That’s on top of the $200 million they already have on hand! This represents a new phase in the GOP’s efforts to attack vulnerable Democrats and t…

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  Jon Tester · [email protected]

February 24, 2020 at 10:09 PM

this is long, but I really need you to read this

  In a minute, I’m going to ask you to add a donation to our campaign before our end-of-month deadline ends this week. But if you give me just a moment, I’ll explain why your donation matters -- especially today. I’m not like most politicians, folks. Back when I was a kid, I even lost…

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